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Body found, believed to be missing Tauranga man
Jarrad Ormsby was last seen in Hamilton on December 19.
More than 22 trees vandalised and removed in one year
More than 22 trees were damaged so badly over a year they had to be removed.
Nia Glassie's murderer: 'Still using drugs, still being violent'
Michael Curtis has served more than 17 years for the murder of Nia Glassie.
Ash raises aviation code at Whakaari/White Island
Activity at White Island has increased and minor volcanic ash is being emitted.
Find out what's on in the Bay of Plenty
From Tauranga to Rotorua, discover upcoming events in the Bay of Plenty region.
'Plan ahead': Major Waikato-BoP roadworks - what you need to know
NZTA says their programme for the remainder of the summer was ambitious.
‘Tragic’ Hāhei cliff fall: Victim was boy, 13, on holiday with family
Two young people fell from a cliff in Hāhei; one died, the other was rescued uninjured.
NZ's hottest town: Locals stay vigilant
Niwa recorded the hottest temperatures for December in Kawerau at 34.8C.
ADHD: The regions where assessments are 'a lot faster' than in other places
A support organisation says it's important to diagnose and treat ADHD 'before it spirals'.
'Challenging': Coromandel fire expected to take several days to put out
Four crews and three helicopters return to dampen hotspots.
‘Heartbreaking’: Death after fall from Coromandel cliff to be investigated, says mayor
Two young people fell from a cliff; one died, the other was rescued uninjured in Hāhei.
'Lifesaving efforts': Charity to send 10 more ambulances to Ukraine
'It will increase our evacuation and hospital transportation capability significantly.'
School breakfast volunteers ‘ooze care and aroha’ for tamariki
'It’s so rewarding knowing you’re helping make a difference in the children’s lives.'
The hobby that became an artform: The magic of model railway
'You would not want a 5-year-old playing with this.'
Swimmers urged to stay alert after recent shark sightings
The warning comes after multiple shark sightings on the North Island's east coast.
Former PM shocked by trampled dotterel breeding ground
The Waihī Beach community is in shock after a series of disturbing vandalism incidents.
'Worst nightmare': The NZ region with the most fleeing drivers
More than 10,000 drivers fled police in New Zealand during 2023.
The NZ city with 2000 ghost homes: 'Hard problem to solve'
Despite the empty homes, the council says it's not a concern.
'So grateful': Student receives scholarships to go to India and Japan
'I never ever thought I would get anything like this before.'
Traffic incidents, roadworks cause major delays on SH2
People are advised to avoid using SH2, between Tauranga and Katikati this afternoon.
Iwi leader explains why no rāhui issued after Pilot Bay death
A person was pulled from the water unresponsive on Thursday.
Scientist's warning to swimmers after BoP shark sightings
Safeswim posted red flag warnings at BoP beaches on Thursday.
'Not everyone pays attention': Fake NZTA toll scam circulating
A toll fee scam targets Tauranga residents via text message.
Record-breaking donations for foodbank as high demand continues into New Year
The Christmas Appeal has ended, raising a record-breaking amount for the foodbank.
'Super dangerous': Former MP witnesses truck overtaking in wrong lane
'I would've thought the driver’s best option was to have braked.'
Mount Maunganui beach evacuated by two-metre shark
It is the latest in a flurry of shark sightings across NZ beaches this summer.
Young boy named as fatal motorbike crash victim
A second person on the bike remains in Rotorua Hospital in a stable condition.
'I want to know he’s okay': Sister of man missing three weeks speaks out
His sister said the last contact was Jarrad calling their father on December 18.
Watch: Truck’s 'shocking' overtaking on Kaimāī Range prompts investigations
'Pretty bloody scary,' said one comment.
'Rollercoaster year': Entrepreneurs share their highs and lows
New products and international expansion are on the cards for the two businesses.
Road closures: Triathlon event to shut eastbound lanes on toll road
Eastbound lanes closed for Tauranga Half Triathlon, best viewing on Marine Parade.
Track closure on Mauao next week
A popular walking track around Mauao will be closed next week in Tauranga.
CBD waterfront's $42m (so far) revamp: What people think
'I love everything about it,' one mum says of the $5 million new playground.